6 SIMPLE STEPS TO SHAVING SUCCESS - HOW TO MASTER THE ART OF WET SHAVING

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Күн бұрын

Let's face it - shaving every day can be a thoroughly irksome experience for most chaps, however, if you can make your chore an enjoyable experience, it is no longer a chore, but a pleasure!
In this video I offer the tips I have acquired during of my many decades of shaving experience, to help you sortcut your own journey to shaving nirvana.
Here are the Amazon links to some of the items see in today's video and used by your friendly chap presenter:
Proraso menthol pre-shave: amzn.to/3kTzBCd
Gillette Double Edged Razor: amzn.to/2HXcNTX
Trumper Eucris Shave Cream: amzn.to/328JTqN
Humphreys Witch Hazel: amzn.to/3oQB2UA
Nivea Sensitive Shave Balm: amzn.to/3oRGEh6
Learn more about your host (Ash) here: www.chapsguide.uk/about-ash/45...
I am open to receive trial items for review on this channel for future inclusion in a shaving video - please make contact via the 'Contact' page above.
Equipment used in this filming of this video (Amazon links):
Camera - Canon Eos 250D: amzn.to/3bFaY7F
Lens - Cannon EFS 24mm f/2.8 STM: amzn.to/3aFT0kd
Tripod - K & F Incept Tripod: amzn.to/3eR5BEy
GorillaPod - Joby: amzn.to/35cJW5d
Shotgun microphone - Rode Video Mic Pro: amzn.to/3aKoSEw
Lavalier microphone: amzn.to/3cOEuYM
Studio lights - Neewer dimmable 2-pack LED studio lights: amzn.to/2Y6BsLB

Пікірлер: 63

@joecognac3791 3 жыл бұрын

I switched to a safety razor about two weeks ago base on the recommendation in one of your prior videos. It took a while to get use to it but now I’m happy I made the switch.

@TheChapsGuide 3 жыл бұрын

Great to hear that - hope it continues to go well for you.

@alamore5084 3 жыл бұрын

Proraso, now you're talking. Lovely stuff.

@petertooke5739 3 жыл бұрын

Very timely, thanks, as I have just returned to DE shaving after years with cartridges. A concise and helpful guide.

@bobmorrison8687 10 сағат бұрын

Great tutorial, very well explained... well done.. Bob South Australia 🇦🇺

@TheChapsGuide 9 сағат бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@johnjames218 3 жыл бұрын

I have been using a DE razor for the last 46 years and my favourite razor is the Gillette slim adjustable

@sg8475 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve been using the proraso pre shave for a while, great product teamed up with the proraso green soap and aftershave

@bigprettyman3795 3 жыл бұрын

Great video, Ash!

@guitarplayer5611 3 жыл бұрын

Great tips! My shaving routine and choice of products changes with the seasons. I can get by quite well with an alcohol based aftershave in the hot humid summer months; however, in the dry winter months a post shave balm is a necessity.

@williambelford9661 Жыл бұрын

I don't know if this happened in the RAF but on the day after attestation in the RM our Drill Instructor spent an hour demonstrating how to properly shower & shave. You know the reason all servicemen had a three-piece razor was because that was the only blade the MOD would resupply if you were in the field on extended operations.

@nairazone9838 2 жыл бұрын

Great 👍 video And tips thanks

@ronaldpoppe3774 3 жыл бұрын

Good advice Ash. Being a bearded chap I don't shave often. Just under the chin about3 times a week. Before I had my beard I used to shave with a straight razor. Very good and close shave indeed. You must take your time though. I did take your advice and now use witch hazel. Keep up the good work. Cheers Ron

@richallan001 2 жыл бұрын

Kudos for the shout out to witch hazel :) I do love a good shave.

@TheChapsGuide 2 жыл бұрын

I use it everyday - its my beauty secret!!....shhhhhh

@richallan001 2 жыл бұрын

@@TheChapsGuide I'm running low 😬 I'd also recommend Trumpers skin food.

@TheChapsGuide 2 жыл бұрын

@@richallan001 I love it. I have it in Spanish Leather (amazing) and Eucris (frightening). Great stuff.

@petekadenz9465 20 күн бұрын

I use Thayer’s alcohol free unscented witch hazel toner, which i buy online from Boots. It’s done wonders for my skin.

@timshull59 3 жыл бұрын

I typically do 3 pass shave, with the grain, across the grain and against on the last pass, though I don't seem to have a problem with irritation. I always use witchazel after my rinse works wonders! There are lot's of fantastic artisan soap makes in the world one of my favorites it Stirling Soap Co. Great video Sir!

@TheChapsGuide 3 жыл бұрын

I have a few Stirling soaps, superb quality.

@stuartgeorge2324 3 жыл бұрын

Good knowledge mate 💈🧴🪒👍

@TheChapsGuide 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it

@anglocon 3 жыл бұрын

I have followed some of Ash;s earlier advice and ditched the gloop in a can for Taylors shaving creme and using witch hazel which has really improved things. I am sticking with my Gillette Mach 5 at the moment thouth as I got about 20 cartridges at CostCo recently .. waste not ... :-)

@yakub1695 3 жыл бұрын

Very nice casual outfit mr. Chap

@robertarevalo5306 3 жыл бұрын

Great video, I enjoy shaving. I’ll do preshave oil first, then I use my badger shaving brush and my safety razor and lastly a nice balm. I like the ritual, it helps look forward the day. I’m thinking of trying an alum block. What do you think ? Any name brands you recommend. By the way, love the jacket and the handkerchief (I can’t remember the proper name) around your neck. Hope you have a great day.

@TheChapsGuide 3 жыл бұрын

I personally don’t use an alum block, I prefer to use witchazel as a splash after a shave. Works magnificently.

@t140pete 3 жыл бұрын

Preparation, like you say, is the key - the longer your bristles are wet, the softer they get, the easier it is to shave, and less chance of cuts & nicks.

@andrewspar436 Жыл бұрын

Not sure. I do not do much "preparation", but my face-hair leaves visible nicks in razor-blades as well as my occasionally used cut-throat razor, but I do not experience any cuts. Everyone's skin seems different.

@eddiebanks7525 3 жыл бұрын

Very helpful vedio for mens groming👍how dose merjur baklite razor compare in agressivness to gelette razor good vedio 👌

@TheChapsGuide 3 жыл бұрын

The bakelite merkur is definitely more aggressive than the gillette - I always manage to draw blood with the merkur

@michaeldesouza4911 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Ash, another great video. I have just bought the Gillette Double edge razor so looking forward to trying. Can I ask what watch are you wearing in this video ? All the best, and stay safe Sir ! Michael.

@TheChapsGuide 3 жыл бұрын

I use a GILLETTE most days myself, a great shave for a great price. I favour Gillette Nacet blades for a good sharp cut. I was wearing a Rolex Rootbeer GMT (review video coming sometime soon).

@petekadenz9465 20 күн бұрын

@@TheChapsGuideI also use Nacet blades - sharp but also smooth.

@stop.russian.aggression 3 жыл бұрын

👍👍👍

@JimWillShave 3 жыл бұрын

Nice video once again Ashley. Do you ever use alum?

@TheChapsGuide 3 жыл бұрын

I only use one occasionally, usually when I feel a bit of irritation on the way, seems to head it off at the pass.

@viclucyzia 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Jim. I have seen some of your videos few times. Just to let you know I don't use alum except on a cut to stop bleeding which thankfully never happens with the Gillette. Alum is a natural aluminum salt and aluminum is said to cause breast cancer that's why it has been removed for deodorants. I go safe and don't use it.

@JimWillShave 3 жыл бұрын

@vic and Lu. Yes, I had heard some detrimental things about it. It should come with a warning

@b-dogswings8019 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent shaving advice. I too use a safety razor, but when I have the time I use a straight razor. For me, that requires 100% concentration. For after care, I use my wife’s No 7 face balm. I’m not sure if she knows yet. One day I’ll have to confess. I think she’ll be very disappointed.

@TheChapsGuide 3 жыл бұрын

I've not tried the straight blade very often, but when I have a bit more time to enjoy my shaves it will be a thing to savour.

@TheMKEWERBY Ай бұрын

Ash, you said not to use after shave in place of a post shave balm. What about ones that have cooling properties? IE: Stetson Cooling Moisture, Aqua Velva or Skin Bracer, to name three. Is the same true for them?

@TheChapsGuide Ай бұрын

They would be fine, I occasionally use Aqua Velma myself

@TheMKEWERBY Ай бұрын

@@TheChapsGuide OK. Thank you.

@raviachar1464 3 ай бұрын

Shouldnt we use balm after applying aftershave lotion?

@petekadenz9465 20 күн бұрын

Balm is an aftershave lotion and you need it on your skin.

@peterdeluca 3 жыл бұрын

Going to tryout proraso! Any suggestions for double edge safety razor brands? Cheers from New York.

@Thomasdevreker 3 жыл бұрын

Rockwell 6s, muhle r89, merkur 34c, are good ones, greetings.

@TheChapsGuide 3 жыл бұрын

If you are just starting out and don’t want to go in too heavy, try a Kung C Gillette DE razor. It’s a really good razor, quite mild on the skin and pleasingly cheap too.

@TheChapsGuide 3 жыл бұрын

If you are just starting out and don’t want to go in too heavy, try a Kung C Gillette DE razor. It’s a really good razor, quite mild on the skin and pleasingly cheap too.

@verykeen2please 3 жыл бұрын

Muhle R89 is a best seller for good reason and around £34 is great value, for a well engineered and balanced razor

@guitarplayer5611 3 жыл бұрын

Merkur 34C or Edwin Jagger DE89.

@joegarcia54 3 жыл бұрын

But I love that sting of battle I get from an after shave.

@joakimstoppenbach 3 жыл бұрын

Good video with useful tips. After your recommendation of Witchhazel I have begun using it and have gotten addicted to it. Great product! Do you know other similar products. Also agree on "go with the flow". Have tried to shave against the bristles, but the outcome is never good on my skin.

@TheChapsGuide 3 жыл бұрын

Witch hazel is a gamechanger if you suffer from skin issues with shaving. I avoid shaving against the grain entirely these days - the initial effect is amazingly smooth, until the irritation and rash begins in a few hours!

@j.burgess4459 3 жыл бұрын

Shaving every day can indeed be irksome. Which is one reason why (as soon as I was suitably over 40) I decided to grandfather-up and grow some grey facial hair! ;-P

@iansoutryer3189 3 жыл бұрын

Although beware: there is no clearer indication of someone growing old than him sporting a stubble or a ragged beard...

@petekadenz9465 20 күн бұрын

It is with a cartridge razor. But it’s a pleasure I look forward to with a safety razor.

@joegarcia54 3 жыл бұрын

I love your videos but can you shift a little and do a dinning out and etiquette

@TheChapsGuide 3 жыл бұрын

I'll certainly keep that in m iond for future content.